Wednesday, January 16, 2013

Tops Colleges For A Bachelor'S Degree In Radiologic Technology

The study of radiology relates to ultrasound, x-ray and MRI imaging.


Radiology is the medical discipline that focuses on the use of imaging technology such as ultrasound, x-ray, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to diagnose and treat injury and disease. U.S. News and World Report magazine ranks the nation's top schools for radiology each year based on acceptance criteria, faculty credentials and facilities.


University of North Carolina


The University of North Carolina school of medicine offers a four-year bachelor's degree program in medical imaging. The program prepares students for an immersion in clinical science. Courses include human anatomy, pathphysiology, and clinical education. The program includes two summer internships that allow students to gain hands-on experience in clinical practice. The UNC Radiology program was ranked number one in the nation in 2010 by U.S. News and World Report.


University of North Carolina


School of Medicine


Department of Allied Health Sciences


321-A South Columbia St.


Chapel Hill, NC 27599


919-966-5146


med.unc.edu


Ohio State University


The Ohio State bachelor's degree program in Radiologic Sciences is available in three concentration areas: radiography, radiation therapy and sonography. Each concentration is supplemented with a concise docket of liberal arts coursework. Radiologic coursework includes sectional anatomy, management principles for health professionals and patient care. The program aims to provide a well-rounded clinical education so that students can have myriad professional or graduate study options. Ohio State radiology students regularly achieve national board scores that rank among the best in the country.


Ohio State University


School of Allied Medical Professions


Division of Radiologic Sciences and Therapy


Atwell Hall


453 West 10th Avenue


Columbus, OH 43210


614-292-1706


amp.osu.edu


Kent State University


The Bachelor of Science degree program in Radiologic and Imaging Sciences Technology at Kent State is available in five major concentrations, including computed tomography, MRI, diagnostic medical sonography, nuclear medicine, and radiation therapy. A junior year internship program immerses students into clinical settings. Students are allowed to take the the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) certification exam upon completion of the program.


Kent State says the program attempts to instill responsible citizenship and intellectual perspective as well as build ethical and humanitarian values.


Kent State University


Allied Health Programs


2491 State Route 45 South


Salem, Ohio 44460


330-337-4223


kent.edu/ehhs/allied

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